Breastfeeding is widely recognized as the optimal method for infant nutrition, providing complete nutrition, immune protection, and promoting maternal-infant bonding. However, there are specific medical situations in which breastfeeding may be contraindicated, either temporarily or permanently, to protect the health of the infant or mother. Understanding these contraindications is essential for healthcare providers, lactation consultants, […]

The World Health Organization (WHO) has established a global consensus on breastfeeding, emphasizing its critical role in infant nutrition, maternal health, and long-term population well-being. WHO recommendations are grounded in extensive scientific evidence and international collaboration, reflecting the organization’s commitment to optimal child survival, growth, and development. Understanding the consensus view of WHO on breastfeeding

Breastfeeding is not only a physiological process but also an emotionally significant experience that shapes maternal confidence and infant development. A confident smile while breastfeeding symbolizes maternal assurance, emotional connection, and comfort in the feeding process, reflecting both practical mastery and psychological well-being. Understanding the factors that contribute to confident breastfeeding, the benefits for mother

Breastfeeding is widely recognized as the optimal form of infant nutrition, offering unmatched nutritional, immunological, and developmental benefits. However, despite its advantages, many new mothers experience challenges, doubts, and emotional struggles that can influence their breastfeeding journey. A “confession and breastfeeding lesson” reflects both the personal experiences of mothers and the educational insights gained from

Breastfeeding is widely recognized as the optimal form of nutrition for infants, providing essential nutrients, immunological protection, and supporting cognitive and emotional development. In Mexico, despite national initiatives and global recommendations, breastfeeding rates—particularly exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months—remain below desired targets. Cultural norms, socioeconomic disparities, urbanization, and maternal employment patterns affect breastfeeding practices.

Breastfeeding in public is an essential practice for maintaining the health and well-being of both mother and infant, yet it is often accompanied by social, cultural, and logistical challenges. Infants require frequent feeding, especially in the first months of life, and restricting feeding to private spaces can compromise nutrition, milk supply, and maternal confidence. Understanding

Breastfeeding in public is a natural and essential aspect of infant care, but many mothers face social, cultural, and logistical challenges when nursing outside the home. Understanding the legal rights, practical strategies, and psychosocial factors associated with public breastfeeding empowers mothers to provide optimal nutrition for their infants while maintaining comfort and confidence. Breastfeeding provides

Experiencing a cold while breastfeeding is common, and understanding how to manage it safely is important for both maternal comfort and infant health. The common cold, caused primarily by rhinoviruses, leads to symptoms such as nasal congestion, sneezing, mild fever, sore throat, and fatigue. While colds are usually self-limiting in adults, breastfeeding mothers must consider

Postpartum breastfeeding is a critical component of neonatal and maternal health, providing optimal nutrition, immune protection, and bonding opportunities between mother and infant. For a client who is postpartum and breastfeeding her newborn, understanding the physiological changes, breastfeeding techniques, potential challenges, and supportive interventions is essential for both immediate and long-term health outcomes. The postpartum

Breast engorgement is a common condition in lactating women, typically occurring within the first few days postpartum as the milk supply increases and the breasts adjust to the newborn’s feeding demands. It is characterized by swelling, tenderness, firmness, and sometimes warmth or erythema, which can interfere with effective breastfeeding and maternal comfort. Understanding the causes,